Bhopal Farmers' Protest News Today: Thousands of Madhya Pradesh farmers are marching to Bhopal over a bum ...More

Bhopal Farmers' Protest News Today: Thousands of Madhya Pradesh farmers are marching to Bhopal over a bumper moong crop. They demand full procurement of their harvest at the Minimum Support Price. Farmers also face issues with the e-token system for selling produce. Timely access to affordable fertilizer is another key demand. The state has requested increased procurement from the central government. ...Less

Haryana Police blocked Punjab farmers heading to Delhi for a protest. Farmers gathered at the Shambhu bor ...More

Haryana Police blocked Punjab farmers heading to Delhi for a protest. Farmers gathered at the Shambhu border to oppose the proposed India-US trade deal. Authorities erected barricades and imposed prohibitory orders in Ambala district. Farmer leaders criticized the Haryana government for preventing their peaceful demonstration. The protest aimed to scrap the trade agreement, which farmers believe harms agriculture. ...Less

Madhya Pradesh farmers ended their protest after the government agreed to procure sixty percent of their ...More

Madhya Pradesh farmers ended their protest after the government agreed to procure sixty percent of their moong crop. The state also extended the procurement deadline and halted the e-token system for fertilizer distribution. These decisions were made following extensive talks between farmer representatives and government officials. Thousands of farmers had marched to the state secretariat demanding better procurement policies. ...Less

Central trade unions and Samyukta Kisan Morcha will launch nationwide protests on August 10. They demand ...More

Central trade unions and Samyukta Kisan Morcha will launch nationwide protests on August 10. They demand the repeal of labour codes and a legal MSP guarantee. The groups also oppose public sector privatisation and support students' movements. Further coordinated actions are planned if demands are not met. This marks a significant escalation of their ongoing agitation. ...Less

The disparity between generations becomes evident as older individuals express contempt towards present-d ...More

The disparity between generations becomes evident as older individuals express contempt towards present-day youth protests, recalling their own struggles, which lacked vocal demonstrations. Critics argue that today's protesters exemplify disruption and entitlement. This article draws parallels with significant past protests, such as those concerning farmers and the Nirbhaya incident, illustrating how understanding and societal expectations differ between the ages. ...Less

The first major retreat came in 2015 when the government sought to amend the land acquisition law to make ...More

The first major retreat came in 2015 when the government sought to amend the land acquisition law to make it easier to acquire land for infrastructure and industrial projects. ...Less

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh expressed strong concern over student mistreatment by authorities. He appea ...More

Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh expressed strong concern over student mistreatment by authorities. He appealed to officials to listen to the students' demands and their grievances. Dosanjh acknowledged facing 'anti-national' accusations for speaking out previously. The Cockroach Janata Party organized a rally protesting examination irregularities and crackdowns. Thousands of students and supporters gathered in Delhi for the 'Sansad Chalo' march. ...Less

The ongoing student protests in Delhi are disrupting travel and hospitality, with backpacker hostels repo ...More

The ongoing student protests in Delhi are disrupting travel and hospitality, with backpacker hostels reporting a surge in Gen Z bookings while hotels face weaker corporate demand due to internet shutdowns, traffic curbs, metro closures and work-from-home advisories. ...Less

CJP supporters marched towards Parliament, echoing past Delhi protests. Thousands of farmers marched towa ...More

CJP supporters marched towards Parliament, echoing past Delhi protests. Thousands of farmers marched towards central Delhi during their tractor rally. The Anna Hazare movement saw large public mobilizations and a hunger strike. Nirbhaya protests and anti-CAA demonstrations also drew significant crowds. Wrestlers attempted a march to Parliament, highlighting recurring protest patterns. ...Less

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has formed a committee to review the proposed AI township. Farmers ...More

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has formed a committee to review the proposed AI township. Farmers are protesting the land acquisition for this large-scale project near Bidadi. The government assures no land will be forcibly acquired from unwilling farmers. This committee will assess the project's merits and gather feedback from all stakeholders. Recommendations from the committee will guide the cabinet's final decision on the township. ...Less

A spontaneous protest movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” emerged from an offhand remark by CJI S ...More

A spontaneous protest movement dubbed the “Cockroach Janta Party” emerged from an offhand remark by CJI Surya Kant, showing how a single word can spark widespread dissent. Driven largely by Gen Z, the movement uses humour, satire and non-ideological unity to protest issues like NEET exam irregularities, education reform, unemployment and concerns over democratic institutions. Its appeal cuts across caste, class and religion, drawing broad support. ...Less

In a recent ruling, the High Court dismissed a challenge against land acquisition for a Bengaluru townshi ...More

In a recent ruling, the High Court dismissed a challenge against land acquisition for a Bengaluru township, reinforcing that it cannot interfere with the government's policy choices. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar refrained from making any statements regarding the verdict. In light of farmer protests, a committee is set to review the proposed project, while the government guarantees that the land status of unwilling farmers will not be affected. ...Less

The Election Commission has extended the schedule for Delhi's special intensive revision of electoral rol ...More

The Election Commission has extended the schedule for Delhi's special intensive revision of electoral rolls. Draft electoral rolls will now be published on August 17, and the final list on October 19. House-to-house visits, initially ending July 29, will now continue until August 8. Delhi is part of Phase 3 of this nationwide revision process. This special intensive revision has seen frequent schedule adjustments. ...Less

Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical assistance at the Jantar Mantar protest site. They are ...More

Volunteer doctors are providing essential medical assistance at the Jantar Mantar protest site. They are treating protesters for injuries, fever, and dehydration which arose during the demonstrations. Many protesters are reluctant to visit hospitals, preferring local care and advice. The presence of medical teams offers protesters a sense of security and support. This humanitarian effort underscores the importance of medical education and public trust. ...Less

Resistance to Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's AI township project is increasing. Veteran leader HD Deve Go ...More

Resistance to Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's AI township project is increasing. Veteran leader HD Deve Gowda threatened a protest if the project is not dropped. Farmers are protesting the acquisition of fertile farmland for the ambitious project. Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy questioned the CM's insistence on the project. ...Less

School Assembly News Headlines July 22, 2026: Students will receive a news roundup on July 22, 2026, cove ...More

School Assembly News Headlines July 22, 2026: Students will receive a news roundup on July 22, 2026, covering national and international events. Prime Minister Modi addressed the serious NEET paper leak as Parliament faced adjournment amid protests. International news includes US strikes on Iran and new tariffs on Canadian imports. Sports headlines feature Ravi Shastri praising Rohit Sharma and Lionel Messi thanking fans. Business and education news highlights the RajmargYatra app and Google's university partnership. ...Less

Creators face increasing self-censorship in India's entertainment industry. Sensitive topics like Kashmir ...More

Creators face increasing self-censorship in India's entertainment industry. Sensitive topics like Kashmir and caste are now avoided at ideation stages. Fear of social media backlash and regulatory scrutiny limits creative expression. Writers now make strategic decisions rather than purely creative ones. This trend is significantly shrinking the universe of available storytelling. ...Less

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal announced a toll plaza blockade for July 14. Protesters will demonstr ...More

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal announced a toll plaza blockade for July 14. Protesters will demonstrate against the Punjab government's land-pooling policy. They also protest alleged irregularities in the Land Mortgage Bank. The proposed India-US free trade agreement is another point of contention. Farmers demand the immediate withdrawal of the land policy and action against bank officials. ...Less

Diljit Dosanjh has clarified his stance on the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, s ...More

Diljit Dosanjh has clarified his stance on the Cockroach Janata Party's (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, stating he is an artist and not a politician. Dosanjh, who previously supported the farmers' protest, distanced himself from the current demonstrations concerning exam irregularities and the NEET paper leak, emphasizing his role in entertainment. ...Less

Gujarat farmers will now receive double the prevailing market value for land used for electricity transmi ...More

Gujarat farmers will now receive double the prevailing market value for land used for electricity transmission lines, a significant upgrade from previous jantri-based compensation. The government also expanded the compensable area for tower bases and abolished staggered payments, opting for a single upfront payout. A new Market Rate Committee will ensure fair land valuations, with compensation varying based on location. ...Less

NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has initiated a farmers' protest in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, accusing the M ...More

NCP (SP) leader Rohit Pawar has initiated a farmers' protest in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, accusing the Maharashtra government of reneging on promises for discussions regarding its new farm loan waiver scheme. Pawar alleges government suppression tactics with heavy police deployment and threatens a 'jail bharo' movement if the agitation is stifled. He expressed disappointment after a promised meeting with the Chief Minister failed to materialize post-monsoon session commencement. ...Less

NCP (SP) suspended its Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar protest for a farm loan waiver after Maharashtra ministe ...More

NCP (SP) suspended its Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar protest for a farm loan waiver after Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan invited leaders for talks with the Chief Minister. MLA Rohit Pawar led the hour-long demonstration, which was called off following the assurance of a meeting on Tuesday. The party warned of intensified agitation if discussions fail to yield concrete results, emphasizing the need for a blanket waiver for farmers. ...Less

Recent hikes in procurement price have provided little relief, according to stakeholders, as onion farmer ...More

Recent hikes in procurement price have provided little relief, according to stakeholders, as onion farmers argue that prices are still below their cost of production. ...Less

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has invited Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy for a discussion on the ...More

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has invited Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy for a discussion on the controversial Bidadi township project. Shivakumar stated that Kumaraswamy himself initiated the project during his previous tenure as CM. This invitation comes as the JD(S) plans to challenge the land acquisition in court, citing concerns over real estate interests and the impact on farmers who have been protesting for over 470 days. ...Less

The announcement came after the SKM, which is spearheading the movement, received a central government si ...More

The announcement came after the SKM, which is spearheading the movement, received a central government signed letter wherein it agreed to consider the farmers' pending demands, including the withdrawal of cases against farmers and to form a committee on minimum support price (MSP) for their crops. ...Less

Farmers in Pilibhit marched to the minister's residence demanding payment for pending sugarcane dues. The ...More

Farmers in Pilibhit marched to the minister's residence demanding payment for pending sugarcane dues. They also called for the reopening of the Majhola Cooperative Sugar Mill. Officials assured that payments will be made after an auction. Sugar production has increased, but prices remain below production costs. Industry leaders emphasize the need for better sugar realisations to ensure timely farmer payments. ...Less

Greta Thunberg tweeted soon after singer Rihanna shared a news article highlighting the Centre's crackdow ...More

Greta Thunberg tweeted soon after singer Rihanna shared a news article highlighting the Centre's crackdown on the farmers by cutting off internet services in many regions. ...Less

The DMK party has clarified remarks made by its chief, M K Stalin, regarding the current TVK government's ...More

The DMK party has clarified remarks made by its chief, M K Stalin, regarding the current TVK government's survival. Stalin's comments about the government not lasting more than three months were not an attempt to dissolve or topple it. Instead, the DMK states, he highlighted the government's precarious condition amidst rising crime and public unrest. ...Less

Delhi Police says FIR was registered against unnamed individuals and pro-Khalistani groups and doesn't na ...More

Delhi Police says FIR was registered against unnamed individuals and pro-Khalistani groups and doesn't name Swedish climate change activist Greta Thunberg, who first tweeted and then deleted a farmers protest toolkit. ...Less

The tweets by sports stars came after MEA's response to global celebrities' tweeting on the farmers' prot ...More

The tweets by sports stars came after MEA's response to global celebrities' tweeting on the farmers' protests. ...Less

The "temptation of sensationalist social media hashtags and comments" is neither accurate nor responsible ...More

The "temptation of sensationalist social media hashtags and comments" is neither accurate nor responsible, the Ministry of External Affairs said as the international spotlight swivelled to farmers protest. ...Less

A nationwide agitation was held on the call of 'December 8 Kisan Mahaandolan' as protesting farmers vocif ...More

A nationwide agitation was held on the call of 'December 8 Kisan Mahaandolan' as protesting farmers vociferously reiterated their demand of repealing the new farm laws, which they have termed as "kala kanoon". ...Less

Delhi Police on Friday started removing the barricades and concertina wires it had put in place at the an ...More

Delhi Police on Friday started removing the barricades and concertina wires it had put in place at the anti-farm laws protest site at Ghazipur on the Delhi-Uttar Pradesh border. ...Less

"Mother India -- annadatas of the country (the food provider of the country) -- have been crushed. This c ...More

"Mother India -- annadatas of the country (the food provider of the country) -- have been crushed. This cruelty and hatred are hollowing out our country. My condolences," Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi using the hashtag 'FarmersProtest'. ...Less

"The reason is that these three new laws are designed to destroy the agricultural system in India and giv ...More

"The reason is that these three new laws are designed to destroy the agricultural system in India and give the entire business to two or three of Narendra Modi's friends," Gandhi had alleged. ...Less

The pop sensation went undercover dressed in black with a face mask and a cap. ...More

The pop sensation went undercover dressed in black with a face mask and a cap. ...Less

Following global celebs commenting on the stir, the MEA put out a statement. ...More

Following global celebs commenting on the stir, the MEA put out a statement. ...Less

Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal stated the Maha Vikas Aghadi will continue its agitati ...More

Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal stated the Maha Vikas Aghadi will continue its agitation. Farmers are demanding a guaranteed price of Rs 25-30 per kg for their onion produce. The MVA organized a road blockade on the Pune-Nashik highway. They seek compensation for farmers and procurement of onion stock. Opposition leaders participated in the protest. ...Less

The Centre, which has stated that such laws have been brought in to help farmers, should immediately hold ...More

The Centre, which has stated that such laws have been brought in to help farmers, should immediately hold talks with protesters and make efforts to remove their suspicions," the JD(S) leader tweeted. ...Less

“We have not named anybody in the FIR. It is only the creators of the toolkit which is a matter of invest ...More

“We have not named anybody in the FIR. It is only the creators of the toolkit which is a matter of investigation,” Delhi Police’s Praveer Ranjan says. ...Less

Hundreds of farmers have been camping at the three Delhi borders since November 2020 with the demand that ...More

Hundreds of farmers have been camping at the three Delhi borders since November 2020 with the demand that the government repeal the three farm laws. ...Less

Union minister Rao Inderjit Singh is campaigning vigorously for the Haryana assembly elections, promoting ...More

Union minister Rao Inderjit Singh is campaigning vigorously for the Haryana assembly elections, promoting his daughter Arti Rao and other candidates he recommended. Singh, who switched from Congress to BJP in 2014, is seen as a potential CM candidate. He addresses farmer protests and BJP rebels contesting as Independents. ...Less

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shared a picture on Twitter of a farmer with blood-soaked clothes after the ...More

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shared a picture on Twitter of a farmer with blood-soaked clothes after the lathicharge and said the image has shamed India. ...Less

Khalifa had criticised the internet shutdown at protest sites. ...More

Khalifa had criticised the internet shutdown at protest sites. ...Less

Onion farmers protested on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway in Nashik demanding higher prices for their p ...More

Onion farmers protested on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway in Nashik demanding higher prices for their produce. Opposition leaders including the likes of Congress state president Harshvardhan Sapkal led the demonstration. Farmers distributed Melody toffees during the protest and called for a higher Minimum Support Price and an inquiry into procurement corruption. ...Less

Farmers' protest march to Delhi has caused major traffic jams on the Noida-Greater Noida expressway. Poli ...More

Farmers' protest march to Delhi has caused major traffic jams on the Noida-Greater Noida expressway. Police have set up barricades and are conducting checks to prevent the farmers from reaching Delhi. The diversion of traffic has led to congestion on internal roads, and the protest is ongoing due to unresolved land disputes. ...Less

The Supreme Court acknowledges it is aware of the ground realities of the farmers' protest. It requests d ...More

The Supreme Court acknowledges it is aware of the ground realities of the farmers' protest. It requests detailed reports from Punjab and Haryana and notes positive progress, praising Jagjit Singh Dallewal for his leadership. Key highways and roads have been reopened, indicating a potential resolution. ...Less

The bigger question is why so many of our cultural icons had to wait for the likes of Rihanna to tweet be ...More

The bigger question is why so many of our cultural icons had to wait for the likes of Rihanna to tweet before they ventured to voice an opinion, whether supporting or opposing, on an issue that is about farmers aka “the backbone of India.” ...Less

Farmers' Protest in Delhi: Farmers' organisations will start protests on December 2, marching towards Del ...More

Farmers' Protest in Delhi: Farmers' organisations will start protests on December 2, marching towards Delhi for fair compensation and better benefits under new agricultural laws. Similar protests by other farmer groups will begin on December 6. Farmers are demanding a legally guaranteed Minimum Support Price, farm loan waiver, pension for farmers, no hike in electricity tariffs, and withdrawal of police cases. ...Less

As protestors broke barricades, clashed with the police and then infamously hoisted the Nishan Sahib flag ...More

As protestors broke barricades, clashed with the police and then infamously hoisted the Nishan Sahib flag from Red Fort, there was a flood of hashtags — including Delhi under attack, Shame on tractor rally, Farmers protests, Kisan nahi gunde, Khalistani, Sikh, Tiranga — and lakhs of tweets. ...Less

Failing to make much headway via mass contact programmes in villages where it faced resistance, the NHRCL ...More

Failing to make much headway via mass contact programmes in villages where it faced resistance, the NHRCL is now approaching individual landowners. ...Less

Delhi Police files FIR after Greta Thunberg tweets farmers' protest 'toolkit'. Pandemic hiring at Indian ...More

Delhi Police files FIR after Greta Thunberg tweets farmers' protest 'toolkit'. Pandemic hiring at Indian startups. Uber, Ola and Meru mean business. ...Less

India’s perception has been that Canada is doing little to stop those supporting the Khalistan cause. Cur ...More

India’s perception has been that Canada is doing little to stop those supporting the Khalistan cause. Current Canadian Defence Minister Harjit Singh Sajjan was in fact branded a ‘Khalistani sympathiser’ by Punjab CM Amarinder Singh. ...Less

Farmers Protest 2.0 is underway as farmers from Punjab, Haryana, and Western Uttar Pradesh march towards ...More

Farmers Protest 2.0 is underway as farmers from Punjab, Haryana, and Western Uttar Pradesh march towards Delhi on February 13. Unlike the previous protests, this time the farmers are demanding a range of measures from the Central government to ensure the financial viability of farming. The protests are being spearheaded by a breakaway faction of the Sanyukt Kisa Morcha (SKM), excluding major farmer leaders from the previous protests. ...Less

India has sought removal of more than 1,000 Twitter accounts that security agencies flagged as those belo ...More

India has sought removal of more than 1,000 Twitter accounts that security agencies flagged as those belonging to Khalistan sympathisers or backed by Pakistan, in view of of the ongoing farmer protests. ...Less

Farmers reject Centre's proposals, plan to break barricades at Shambhu border. Haryana police Exemptee Su ...More

Farmers reject Centre's proposals, plan to break barricades at Shambhu border. Haryana police Exemptee Sub-Inspector Kaushal Kumar passes away. Farmers gather sand-filled sacks for clearing hurdles. Sanyukt Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha declare peaceful march to Delhi. Police use tear gas, rubber bullets, dyed water. Farmers bring modified poclain, JCB machines. ...Less

Punjab farmers' protest has entered day 314 at Khanauri border. The Supreme Court has intervened and soug ...More

Punjab farmers' protest has entered day 314 at Khanauri border. The Supreme Court has intervened and sought updates. Farmers refused meeting with court-appointed committee. They are demanding talks with central government. Tensions are rising between protesters and authorities. ...Less

The Noida Police has issued a warning about potential traffic disruptions in Greater Noida on Wednesday. ...More

The Noida Police has issued a warning about potential traffic disruptions in Greater Noida on Wednesday. The Bharatiya Kisan Union (Tikait) has organized a protest march, which could impact commuters. To ensure smooth traffic movement, the police may implement diversions at various locations. Commuters are advised to use alternative routes. ...Less

The number of farmers protesting at UP Gate has been dwindling ever since violence erupted on the streets ...More

The number of farmers protesting at UP Gate has been dwindling ever since violence erupted on the streets of Delhi on Republic Day. While a number of important farmer unions have called off the agitation and are headed back home with their supporters, a faction wants to be here for the long run. ...Less

The notice, sent through advocate Naginder Benipal, said it was given for attacking the three farm laws p ...More

The notice, sent through advocate Naginder Benipal, said it was given for attacking the three farm laws passed by the Central Government with the assent of the President. ...Less

Punjab farmers, representing over 30 farm bodies, have announced they will go to Delhi through several ro ...More

Punjab farmers, representing over 30 farm bodies, have announced they will go to Delhi through several routes -- Lalru, Shambhu, Patiala-Pehowa, Patran-Khanauri, Moonak-Tohana, Ratia-Fatehabad and Talwandi-Sirsa. Tension was escalating at all the border points. ...Less

RiRi has been vocal about issues such as LGBTQIA+ rights, children education and racism since her teen ye ...More

RiRi has been vocal about issues such as LGBTQIA+ rights, children education and racism since her teen years. ...Less

On December 1, talks between both the sides ended in a stalemate after farmers' groups rejected the gover ...More

On December 1, talks between both the sides ended in a stalemate after farmers' groups rejected the government's suggestion of a new committee to look into issues raised by farmers protesting against the new laws. Govt had rejected the demand for repealing the laws. ...Less

Several popular foreign content creators have taken to social media to create long-form infotainment cont ...More

Several popular foreign content creators have taken to social media to create long-form infotainment content around the farmers’ protest in India ever since singer-actor Rihanna tweeted about it. ...Less

the Congress continued its support for protesting farmers, accusing the Narendra Modi government of faili ...More

the Congress continued its support for protesting farmers, accusing the Narendra Modi government of failing to fulfill its promise of legally ensuring a minimum support price (MSP) for their produce. There is speculation within Congress circles about Gandhi's potential visit to show solidarity with the farmers. ...Less

Around 600 farmers protesting against the Centre's new farm laws headed to Sant Nirankari Ground, one of ...More

Around 600 farmers protesting against the Centre's new farm laws headed to Sant Nirankari Ground, one of the biggest in the national capital, following several hours of confrontation with the police at different border points with Haryana. ...Less

Thousands of Punjab farmers prepared for a protest march to Delhi, equipped with cranes and excavators, a ...More

Thousands of Punjab farmers prepared for a protest march to Delhi, equipped with cranes and excavators, amid stalled talks with the government over guaranteed crop prices. Rejecting a government offer for five-year contracts and fixed prices, they demanded higher prices supported by law. Haryana Police warned JCB owners against aiding protesters. The Haryana police chief ordered the seizure of heavy equipment to prevent barricade destruction. ...Less

Traders and shopkeepers at Delhi's Singhu border are facing tough times once again as a fresh round of pr ...More

Traders and shopkeepers at Delhi's Singhu border are facing tough times once again as a fresh round of protests by farmers from Punjab threatens their businesses. The 'Delhi Chalo' march, which began on Tuesday, has led to restrictions on traffic and movement, causing shops to close early and resulting in significant financial losses. Local businesses, including a shopping complex and smaller shops, are suffering due to reduced footfall and early closures. ...Less

Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has slammed the Maharashtra government. He stated that funds are unav ...More

Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has slammed the Maharashtra government. He stated that funds are unavailable for distressed farmers. However, the government is proceeding with unnecessary projects. This is happening despite the state's significant debt. Farmers growing mango, cashew, and onions face unseasonal rain and low market prices. Their situation has become pitiable. ...Less

According to the Delhi Police, both the officers are currently under home isolation. The Delhi police off ...More

According to the Delhi Police, both the officers are currently under home isolation. The Delhi police officers who tested positive has been identified as Outer North Deputy Superintendent of Police (DCP) Gaurav and Additional DCP Ghanshyam Bansal. ...Less

Farmers Protest Update: Amidst the ongoing farmers' protest, authorities implement traffic diversions at ...More

Farmers Protest Update: Amidst the ongoing farmers' protest, authorities implement traffic diversions at key junctions to ensure smooth flow. The Punjab and Haryana High Court criticizes the use of tractor trolleys on highways. The government blocks social media accounts linked to the protest, sparking controversy. Farmer leaders vow to continue their march towards Delhi. ...Less

The ongoing farmers' protest in Punjab continues as internet services remain suspended in certain distric ...More

The ongoing farmers' protest in Punjab continues as internet services remain suspended in certain districts. Talks between farmers and the Centre have been inconclusive. Farmers demand a legal guarantee to MSP, implementation of recommendations, pension, and withdrawal of police cases. Farmers and three Union Ministers will meet on Sunday at 5:30 pm. ...Less

Congressman Brad Sherman, Co-Chair of the Congressional India Caucus said that he convened a meeting with ...More

Congressman Brad Sherman, Co-Chair of the Congressional India Caucus said that he convened a meeting with his other Republican Co-Chair Congressman Steve Chabot, and Vice-Chair Congressman Ro Khanna to speak with India's Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, regarding farmers demonstrations in India. ...Less

Congress' former chief Rahul Gandhi said the country's agriculture minister has "insulted" Prime Minister ...More

Congress' former chief Rahul Gandhi said the country's agriculture minister has "insulted" Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "apology"-- "it is condemnable". ...Less

The Centre has decided to set up a high-powered committee headed by Union agriculture minister Narendra S ...More

The Centre has decided to set up a high-powered committee headed by Union agriculture minister Narendra Singh Tomar to look into several farm issues, including minimum support price (MSP). The decision was hurriedly taken in order to prevent social activist Anna Hazare from going on his scheduled fast in solidarity with the farmers agitating for the repeal of farm laws. ...Less

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar led a protest demanding the government buy onions at Rs 25 per kg. Farmers are s ...More

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar led a protest demanding the government buy onions at Rs 25 per kg. Farmers are selling produce at distress prices due to falling rates. Pawar stated farmers are not recovering production costs. He also called for compensation for those who sold onions at low rates. The agitation will intensify if demands are not met. ...Less

Both the border points at Singhu and Tikri are closed as the farmers have rejected the Centre's offer to ...More

Both the border points at Singhu and Tikri are closed as the farmers have rejected the Centre's offer to hold talks over the farm laws opposed by them. The closure of borders has also resulted in heavy traffic on other alternate routes between Delhi and Haryana. ...Less

Punjab farmers demand legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP) and implementation of the Swaminath ...More

Punjab farmers demand legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP) and implementation of the Swaminathan Committee report, zero-budget natural farming (ZBNF) practices, and determination of crop patterns. The government offers to form a committee with representation from agriculture, rural, and animal husbandry ministries. ...Less

Their support has only become sharper since Haryana chief minister Manohar Lal and the BJP IT cell chief ...More

Their support has only become sharper since Haryana chief minister Manohar Lal and the BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya alleged the involvement of “Khalistiani elements” in the farmer protests and the farmers were welcomed with water cannons and tear-gas in Haryana. ...Less

"The redressal of problems can be through judicial forum, agitation or through Parliamentary debates. But ...More

"The redressal of problems can be through judicial forum, agitation or through Parliamentary debates. But how can the highways be blocked and this is happening perpetually. Where does this end?" SC said. ...Less

10 international non-profit organisations have jointly called on the government and web firms operating i ...More

10 international non-profit organisations have jointly called on the government and web firms operating in India to cease censorship and surveillance targeting critics online in response to the ongoing #FarmerProtests. ...Less

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher urged residents of Punjab and Haryana to join the ongoing protest at t ...More

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher urged residents of Punjab and Haryana to join the ongoing protest at the Khanauri and Shambhu border, marking ten months of demonstrations. He criticised MP Ram Chander Jangra's statements and called for action from BJP President JP Nadda. ...Less

Around 1.45pm on Sunday, traffic on the Delhi-Jaipur national highway stalled at Jaisingh Khera as hundre ...More

Around 1.45pm on Sunday, traffic on the Delhi-Jaipur national highway stalled at Jaisingh Khera as hundreds of farmers from Rajasthan were stopped by police from going further. ...Less

Amid a groundswell of support for farmers agitating against the new farm laws, an independent MLA backing ...More

Amid a groundswell of support for farmers agitating against the new farm laws, an independent MLA backing the BJP-JJP coalition in Haryana on Monday quit a key post while an NDA ally in Rajasthan issued an ultimatum to either hear out the protesters or be prepared to part ways. ...Less

Bharatiya Kisan Union (Dakaunda) president Buta Singh Burjgill over the phone said no decision has yet be ...More

Bharatiya Kisan Union (Dakaunda) president Buta Singh Burjgill over the phone said no decision has yet been taken on shifting to the Burari ground in Delhi, a place earmarked for their agitation by police. “It has been decided that on Saturday night, protesting farmers will stay wherever they are,” he said. ...Less

The social media platform formerly known as Twitter, now rebranded as X under Elon Musk's leadership, has ...More

The social media platform formerly known as Twitter, now rebranded as X under Elon Musk's leadership, has confirmed that it complied with the Indian government's executive orders to suspend specific accounts and posts related to the ongoing farmers' protests. The platform expressed disagreement with the government's directives while emphasizing its commitment to freedom of expression. ...Less

Interstate buses intending to go towards Sonipat, Panipat, Karnal etc. via NH-44 will take ISBT to Majnu ...More

Interstate buses intending to go towards Sonipat, Panipat, Karnal etc. via NH-44 will take ISBT to Majnu Ka Tilla to Signature Bridge to Khajuri Chowk to Loni Border to KMP via Khekra. ...Less

BigBasket says it recorded a 36% jump in revenue in 2019-20. Ixigo acquires ticket-booking platform Confi ...More

BigBasket says it recorded a 36% jump in revenue in 2019-20. Ixigo acquires ticket-booking platform Confirmtkt. Elon Musk breaks Twitter exile to prop up Dogecoin. ...Less

Farmers Protest: Farmers protesting for guaranteed minimum support prices (MSP) clashed with police at th ...More

Farmers Protest: Farmers protesting for guaranteed minimum support prices (MSP) clashed with police at the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border on Friday. Police used tear gas and water cannons to block the farmers' march to Delhi. The farmers attempted to breach barricades, while a farmer leader continued a hunger strike at the Khanauri border. Mobile internet and SMS services were suspended in several villages. ...Less

Speaking to ANI, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) of Moradabad Railway Division, Sudhir Singh s ...More

Speaking to ANI, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) of Moradabad Railway Division, Sudhir Singh said that all those who booked the tickets will get a refund. ...Less

Delhi traffic farmers protest: The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and severa ...More

Delhi traffic farmers protest: The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and several other farmers unions, and associations have announced a 'Delhi Chalo' march on February 13. ...Less

Farmers across India are protesting for various demands, including the implementation of the Swaminathan ...More

Farmers across India are protesting for various demands, including the implementation of the Swaminathan Committee report. The report, chaired by MS Swaminathan, recommends measures like MSP at 50% more than the cost of production, agrarian reforms, equitable water access, land regulation, and credit availability. The Modi government accepted 200 out of 201 recommendations. Here is a look at a few recommendations of Swaminathan Committee ...Less

Export policies do not result in overnight transformation, says the former Secy, food processing ministry ...More

Export policies do not result in overnight transformation, says the former Secy, food processing ministry ...Less

Vegetable prices in Delhi are at risk of rising as farmers' protests disrupt supply chains, particularly ...More

Vegetable prices in Delhi are at risk of rising as farmers' protests disrupt supply chains, particularly affecting carrots due to supply issues from Punjab. Despite ongoing protests, some traders remain optimistic about price stability, while others warn of potential increases if disruptions persist. Security forces continue to block protesting farmers from entering Delhi, with talks between protestors and the government deadlocked. The situation highlights the impact of the protests on everyday life and commerce. ...Less

After 22 days, Ambala-Chandigarh Highway reopened after Haryana administration removes barricades amid on ...More

After 22 days, Ambala-Chandigarh Highway reopened after Haryana administration removes barricades amid ongoing farmers' protests demanding MSP. Farmer leaders Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal issue nationwide call for farmers ...Less

The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) stated that it disagrees with Kangana Ranaut's remarks linking the 2020 f ...More

The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) stated that it disagrees with Kangana Ranaut's remarks linking the 2020 farmers' protest to Bangladesh unrest. The party emphasized that her statement does not reflect their stance and has directed Ranaut to abstain from making similar comments moving forward. ...Less

Farmer leaders also welcomed the support of political parties to the nationwide strike against the laws a ...More

Farmer leaders also welcomed the support of political parties to the nationwide strike against the laws and demanded that the legislations be repealed. ...Less

The Railways on Tuesday diverted several Amritsar-bound trains as a farmer body protest against the Centr ...More

The Railways on Tuesday diverted several Amritsar-bound trains as a farmer body protest against the Centre's farm laws refused to clear a track here. ...Less

The BJP reprimanded Kangana Ranaut for her comments on the farmers' protest, stating that her views do no ...More

The BJP reprimanded Kangana Ranaut for her comments on the farmers' protest, stating that her views do not align with the party's policies. The party highlighted its commitment to social harmony and directed Ranaut to refrain from making future statements on policy matters. Social media users reacted with a flood of memes. ...Less